The Bachchan family has recently become a trending topic, with speculation swirling about a possible rift between Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Rumors suggest that the couple’s marriage may be strained due to Abhishek’s alleged affair with his co-star Nimrat Kaur. Amid these rumors, an old interview of veteran actress Rekha praising Aishwarya Rai is resurfacing on the internet, sparking further discussions.
The time when legendary actress Rekha was all praise for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, ‘I will fight for her like a tigress if need be’
Rekha is a timeless actress who is loved by all. She is known for being a person who if admires anyone does not shy away from showing it publically. This is the reason why she has long been vocal about her admiration for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. She frequently praises Aishwarya as one of the most talented and graceful actresses in the industry.
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Amidst recent rumors and speculations surrounding Aishwarya’s marriage with Abhishek Bachchan, an old interview of Rekha’s has resurfaced, where she passionately defended Aishwarya and highlighted her exceptional qualities. In this interview, Rekha spoke with conviction about Aishwarya’s talent emphasizing that she finds Aishwarya the best.
Her words went like this,
“Among the models I admire, I find Aishwarya is the best. I disagree with the media that she is ‘plastic’. I find her very expressive. I will fight for her like a tigress if need be. My heart goes out to Ash. She’s been around for so long and yet not been there.”
She then mentioned that Aishwarya does not need to go to Hollywood to prove herself,
“That’s how it was with me…until I did Umrao… She doesn’t need to go to Hollywood to prove herself. She’s our own. Why Bride and Prejudice? Who are these people from outside trying to tap Ash’s potential? She’s our treasure. It’s time we acknowledge her.”
Back in 2017, Rekha and Aishwarya shared a fun moment at Filmfare’s Glamour and Style Awards
Rekha has consistently celebrated Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s beauty and talent, often openly expressing her admiration for the younger actress. One memorable moment between the two took place at the 2017 Filmfare Glamour and Style Awards.
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During the award ceremony, Rekha playfully praised Aishwarya’s beauty while presenting her with an award. With a warm smile, she joked,
“Aishwarya’s mother kept seeing my photos when she was pregnant, and this is the result.”
The affectionate moment delighted the audience and highlighted the bond the two share, with Rekha fondly appreciating Aishwarya’s elegance.
Femina magazine once published Rekha’s heartfelt birthday note for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
While many of you may not know, Aishwarya addresses Rekha as ‘Rekha Maa’. This is truly a testament to the beautiful bond that Rekha and Aishwarya share with one another. In 2018, Rekha made Aishwarya’s 45th birthday even more special by penning a heartfelt letter to her, which was published in Femina magazine. Calling Aishwarya “My Ash,” Rekha described her as a woman in harmony with her spirit.
Her heartfelt letter read,
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“My Ash, A woman like you who is in harmony with her spirit is like a flowing river, never stagnant. She goes where she wants to without pretence; and arrives at her destination prepared to be herself and only herself…You’ve come a long way, baby.”
It then went on like this,
“Having endured many hurdles, like the phoenix you rise! And I cannot pen down in words how proud I am of that little ‘cool’ moon-faced girl who took my breath away from the very instant I first laid my eyes on her… Aashirwads and duas… Love you. Jeete raho. Rekha Maa.”
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On the flip side, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is believed to be living separately from Abhishek Bachchan. However, all of this remains a rumor since none of the two have come forward to clarify anything on the topic.
What are your thoughts on the bond that Rekha and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan share? Do tell via the comments below.
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